Rohde & Schwarz Cable Rider ZPH handheld cable and antenna analyser

The Rohde & Schwarz Cable Rider ZPH handheld cable and antenna analyser enables network operators and service providers to perform one-port measurements quickly and correctly the first time.

With its fast measurement speed, intuitive operation and long battery life, it is suitable for use in the field.

The product helps infrastructure manufacturers and network operators efficiently install and maintain the steadily increasing number of mobile communications antenna systems. It has a measurement speed of 0.3 ms per data point.

The analyser allows users to start taking fast measurements just over a minute after switching on. There is no requirement for calibration due to temperature and frequency changes, which saves time.

Another time-saving feature is the use of the wizard function that guides users through measurements in easy-to-follow steps. All settings and measurement steps can be preconfigured. Field technicians only need to execute the test sequences as shown on the display. The wizard helps inexperienced field technicians to avoid operating mistakes when performing antenna and cable measurements. Since there is no need to change settings manually for different measurements, the analyser reduces test time during installation and maintenance.

The product is suitable for use in the field. Due to its light weight of only 2.5 kg and a battery life of 9 h, users can handle a full day’s work without interruption. Users will not be delayed due to the battery running down in the middle of a measurement.

The analyser has a large colour touchscreen with familiar smartphone-like operation. It can also be operated via the extra-large, widely spaced keys that allow easy handling even when the user wears heavy-duty work gloves.

The product’s base unit covers a frequency range from 2 MHz to 3 GHz. Extending the frequency range to 4 GHz is straightforward with the ZPH-B4 option, which is enabled via a key code.